Call for Student Poster Abstracts
Students from all UT Health Science and affiliated institutions are encouraged to submit poster abstracts showcasing their Community Engaged Learning (CEL) projects.
A CEL project should include:
- An identified community need
- A faculty mentor
- A partnering community organization
- Project preparation and activities
- Measurable objectives
- Evaluation of outcomes
- Reflection on the experience
Abstract Submission Guidelines
Your abstract should provide a concise summary of your project and encourage reviewers to learn more about your findings. Projects do not need to align with the conference theme.
- Maximum length: 305 word
- Sample abstract: View example abstract
- Poster fees will be covered
Review and Acceptance Process
Abstracts will be evaluated by an interprofessional review committee. Applicants will be notified of their acceptance status by email within two weeks of submission.
Accepted presenters will receive detailed poster printing guidelines. Final posters are due January 21, 2027.
Poster Support Sessions
Need help preparing your poster? Join one of our Poster Drop-In Sessions:
- January 14, 2027 at Noon
- January 19, 2027 at Noon
CEL Symposium Poster Session
The poster session will be held at the Annual Community Engaged Learning (CEL) Symposium on January 30, 2027, at UT Health San Antonio.
Awards and Recognition
Three Blue Ribbon Winners will be selected from the submitted abstracts and invited to give an oral presentation at the symposium.
Additional awards include:
- Judges’ Choice Award
- Best Interprofessional Education (IPE) Project
Cash prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in these special award categories.